Hi, I’m
Eku Ashok
Hyderabad
Summary
Accomplished Training and Development Leader with over 18 years of expertise in pharmaceuticals, healthcare, retail pharmacy, and hospital operations. Proven track record in retail pharmacy sales training, compliance readiness, and the integration of pharmaceutical technology, along with academic facilitation. Skilled in developing innovative learning and development strategies that align with JCI/NABH quality standards while driving organizational transformation. Recognized for creating high-impact programs that enhance sales growth, operational excellence, and workforce capability across the pharma and healthcare sectors.
Overview
20
years of professional experience
4
Certifications
Work History
Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS)Hyderabad
Empanelled Faculty
05.2025 - Current
Job overview
- Designed and delivered pharmaceutical technology and academic training programs for 300+ staff at MSN Labs & Hetero Labs.
- Conducted program planning, execution, and facilitation for undergraduate certification and professional development programs.
- Coordinated CME programs, workshops, webinars, and hands-on training tailored to industry needs.
- Integrated LMS & MOOC platforms for blended and online learning delivery.
- Partnered with pharma HR and technical teams to align training with organizational goals.
- Supported faculty development & curriculum design in collaboration with India Science & USP Education teams.
- Strengthened industry-academia collaboration, building confidence through evidence-based education initiatives.
Medunited HospitalsHyderabad
Talent Development Strategist – L&D
05.2025 - Current
Job overview
- Designed & executed capability-building programs aligned with NABH/JCI standards.
- Implemented MOOC-based learning paths for quality, leadership, and clinical upskilling.
- Built partnerships with certification bodies for compliance and advanced training.
- Launched AI-driven LMS analytics for real-time tracking of staff progress.
- Implemented innovative solutions for optimizing processes, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced costs.
Zota Healthcare Ltd (Davaindia Generic Pharmacy)Gujarat
AGM – Training & Development
09.2023 - 05.2025
Job overview
- Conducted pharma safety & production trainings for plant staff.
- Delivered product promotion & sales training for medical representatives.
- Rolled out training across 1,250+ retail outlets, improving sales effectiveness & compliance.
- Developed SOP-based modules for pharmacy operations, generic substitution & upselling.
Aster DM Healthcare Ltd (Aster Pharmacy)Hyderabad
Training Lead – Process Training
12.2021 - 09.2023
Job overview
- Conducted training on Schedule H/H1 compliance and vendor management.
- Improved regulatory compliance via audit simulations & LMS adoption.
- Enhanced field staff pharmacy engagement and operational efficiency.
Apollo Hospitals Enterprise LtdHyderabad
Manager – Training & Development
09.2014 - 12.2021
Job overview
- Led national-level training for pharmacy operations across multiple hospitals.
- Standardized SOPs for inventory, reconciliation, and expiry returns.
Sanzymes LtdHyderabad
Product Manager
04.2013 - 08.2014
Job overview
- Delivered training on nutritional supplement positioning and market strategy.
Apollo Retail PharmacyHyderabad
Executive – Training & Development
06.2008 - 04.2013
Job overview
- Conducted induction and product training for new outlets.
- Improved average bill value and staff sales skills through structured modules.
Alkem Laboratories LtdHyderabad
Marketing Executive
06.2006 - 05.2008
Job overview
- Trained new recruits on retail product detailing and institutional sales strategies.
Uni-Sankyo Ltd (Indo Japanese joint Venture)Hyderabad
Marketing Executive
01.2006 - 06.2006
Job overview
- Trained new recruits on retail product detailing and institutional sales strategies.
Education
JNTU
M. Pharmacy from Pharmaceutical Biotechnology
01.2012
Kakatiya University
B. Pharmacy from Pharmaceutical Sciences
01.2005
Skills
Certification
Certified Learning & Development Manager – Vskills India Ltd
Accomplishments
- Honoured by Ministry of Employment, Govt. of India (2016) for excellence in training delivery.
- Recognized by Dr. Prathap C. Reddy (Founder, Apollo Hospitals) for leadership in training development.
Declaration
I hereby confirm that the information provided above is accurate and true to the best of my knowledge. Place: Hyderabad
Timeline
Empanelled Faculty
Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS)
05.2025 - Current
Talent Development Strategist – L&D
Medunited Hospitals
05.2025 - Current
AGM – Training & Development
Zota Healthcare Ltd (Davaindia Generic Pharmacy)
09.2023 - 05.2025
Training Lead – Process Training
Aster DM Healthcare Ltd (Aster Pharmacy)
12.2021 - 09.2023
Manager – Training & Development
Apollo Hospitals Enterprise Ltd
09.2014 - 12.2021
Product Manager
Sanzymes Ltd
04.2013 - 08.2014
Executive – Training & Development
Apollo Retail Pharmacy
06.2008 - 04.2013
Marketing Executive
Alkem Laboratories Ltd
06.2006 - 05.2008
Marketing Executive
Uni-Sankyo Ltd (Indo Japanese joint Venture)
01.2006 - 06.2006
Kakatiya University
B. Pharmacy from Pharmaceutical Sciences
JNTU
M. Pharmacy from Pharmaceutical Biotechnology